Objectives and competences
The objectives of this course are:
• to consolidate, revise and expand students’ existing knowledge of the English grammar and vocabulary at an advanced level,
• to develop the ability of the students to understand English speakers and texts in a variety of contexts at an advanced level,
• to systematically build vocabulary,
• to encourage independent research of the English language use through understanding and analyzing various English texts,
• to encourage critical thinking and interpretation through the analysis of texts,
• to evaluate the credibility of sources and arguments presented in them,to encourage active participation in discussions in English language
• to encourage deriving to conclusions from given texts and the justification of decisions – providing arguments;
• to encourage evaluation - judging ideas, texts, etc. in accordance with criteria and arguments; encourage judgment about the appropriateness, relevance and reliability of data;
• to encourage recognizing prejudices.
Content (Syllabus outline)
• English Grammar: basic grammar theories and terminology, revision and consolidation of acquired knowledge,
• consolidation of the acquired grammar based on advanced selected texts ,
• exercises for the development of language activities: reception (listening and reading), production (speaking and writing), and interaction (spoken and written), with emphasis on listening and speaking skills,
• acquisition of new vocabulary,
• consolidation and further development of skills and knowledge acquired in other courses (cross-curricular links),
• intercultural awareness - building awareness and appreciation of the English speaking world,
• addressing the use of AI in lang. development; raising awareness of its dis/advantages,
• engaging with topics relevant to AI,
• engaging with topics related to the green transition.
Learning and teaching methods
• exercises,
• text-based work,
• problem solving tasks,
• discussion/debate,
• cooperative learning,
• peer assessment,
• homework assignments.
Intended learning outcomes - knowledge and understanding
on completion of this course the students will be able to:
• maintenance and improvement of language competence.
Intended learning outcomes - transferable/key skills and other attributes
• ability to use up-to-date sources of information and technology,
• recognition of the need and willingness to continually develop existing skills and knowledge due to the ever changing nature of language,
• ability to become an autonomous learner,
• ability to independently develop research strategies and problem solving techniques,
• ability to analyze and bring together ideas,
• ability to work in a multilingual and multicultural environment.
Readings
• John D. Bunting, Luciana Diniz, Susan Iannuzzi, Alice Savage, with Randi Reppen. 2019. Grammar and Beyond Essentials Level 4. CUP.
• Martin Hewings & Simon Haines. 2015: Grammar and Vocabulary for Advanced. CUP.
• McCarthy & O'Dell. 2002: English Vocabulary in Use
• Cambridge ESOL. 2012: Cambridge English Proficiency 1 for updated exam. CUP.
• Quirk, R. & Greenbaum, S. 1993: A University Grammar of English
• Mark Foley, Diane Hall. 2012: My Grammar Lab (Advanced). Pearson.
• Blaganje, Dana in Ivan Konte. 1995: Modern English Grammar. Ljubljana: DZS.
• Capel, Annette, Wendy Sharp. 2013: Objective Proficiency, Student's Book with Answers with Downloadable Software, 2nd Edition, CUP.
• didaktizirana (aktualna) avtentična besedila iz medijev, spletni viri, lastni viri. (didactised (current) authentic texts taken from the media, on-line resources, own sources).
• didaktizirana (aktualna) avtentična besedila iz medijev, spletni viri, lastni viri. (didactised (current) authentic texts taken from the media, on-line resources, own sources).
Prerequisits
Attendance of 80% at contact hours and completed coursework are required for taking the exam.
Additional information on implementation and assessment • written exam, 70%
• coursework, 20%
• in-class participation.10%
For a passing final grade, each part must receive a passing mark.
